Asian Citrus Salad Recipe

Brighten your holiday table or any weeknight meal with this vibrant Asian Citrus Salad! Featuring juicy blood oranges (if in season!), grapefruit, and a zesty Asian-inspired dressing, this recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. Adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine, this salad is a refreshing and healthy addition to your menu. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 119.4 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
Asian Citrus Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Asian Citrus Salad

  • Agave Syrup
  • Lime Juice
  • Soy Sauce
  • Salt
  • Red Pepper Flakes
  • Oranges
  • 1 large pink grapefruit, segmented
  • 5 oz arugula
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallot
  • Fresh Mint Leaves
  • Roasted Peanuts
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds

How to Make Asian Citrus Salad

  1. **Make the Dressing:** In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey/maple syrup, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  2. **Prepare the Citrus:** Slice off the top and bottom of the oranges and grapefruit. Stand the fruit upright and use a sharp knife to remove the peel and white pith.
  3. **Segment the Citrus:** Carefully cut between the membranes to remove the segments, placing them in a large bowl.
  4. **Combine Salad Ingredients:** Add the arugula, shallot, and mint to the bowl with the citrus segments. Toss gently to combine.
  5. **Dress the Salad:** Pour the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat evenly.
  6. **Garnish and Serve:** Sprinkle with toasted nuts and sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

3g

Carbs

5g